Holiday homes & rentals in Prague

Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, is one of the largest cities in Central Europe and has unique architecture and heritage sites. Visitors can book holiday lettings in the heart of the historic centre of Prague and visit the city's great museums, galleries, parks and theatres.

Discover the Czech cuisine

Bohemian cuisine is substantial. Hearty dishes include dumplings, stuffed pancakes, pork knuckle or pork ribs. It's best to reserve a table in advance if you plan your dinner after 9pm. Paying separately is rather unusual in the Czech Republic, usually everyone puts their part of the bill on the table and the waiter keeps the rest as a tip.

The Czech Republic is known for its beers, and so Prague is home to many large and small breweries. Modern beers are offered in microbreweries and a visit is worthwhile to learn about brewing methods and new flavors. In your vacation apartment in the city of Prague, you should take a walk on the way home after dinner to start the next day refreshed.

On the traces of Eastern European history in the city of Prague

In the castle district of Hradcany, the magnificent palaces of the former residence of the Bohemian kings remind us of the splendor of the past times. The castle is located on a hill above the Vltava River and opens the view of visitors to the Vltava Valley. On Hradcin Hill, the younger members of the family discover the chambers of the damsels and the hidden treasures in the Golden Lane.

For parents, the Cathedral of St. Veith offers one of the most important Gothic buildings in Europe. For children and adults alike an experience is the toy museum. It is located in the former Burggrafenamt and displays toys from around the world. For the hunger between the visits you simply take to a prepared snack from your vacation apartment in Prague. This you can enjoy on one of the benches at the Hradschiner. Alternatively, the café next to the Sternberg Palace is a good choice. The prices are okay, the view of the city and the Vltava River from the terrace magnificent.

For a short trip to the quarter of the Prague Baroque, called Lesser Town, you take the easiest and fastest way via the New Castle Staircase. A real insider tip is the Franciscan Garden Františkánská zahrada behind Wenceslas Square. The garden is a shortcut to the adjoining Jungmann Square Václavské námestí. A great oasis of peace in the middle of the city.

Art and cultural venues in Prague

Prague has many great art galleries and museums. Among them is the DOX Centre for Contemporary Art, a gallery that showcases modern art. It includes a variety of art such as paintings, photography and sculpture.

The Veletržní Palác, otherwise known as the Fair Trade Palace, is one of the National Gallery’s largest sites and displays a rich collection of modern art. Aside from its Czech collection the gallery features 20th century European masterpieces by Picasso, van Gogh and Braque.

Prague also has numerous theatres. The National Theatre is a monument to Czech history and art and stages opera, drama and ballet productions. Visitors can book guided tours of this historic venue.

Partying in Prague - recommended clubs and bars

Due to its central location right next to the famous Charles Bridge, the Karlovy Lazne, which is considered the largest club in Central Europe, is easily accessible from your vacation apartment. Here, something is offered on three floors with different music styles for really everyone.

Popular with visitors and locals alike, the Bar U Sudu stands out especially due to its endless vaulted cellar, which in combination with a typical Czech style, ensures an authentic ambience.

The unique design alone, which consists of countless car parts and other curiosities, regularly attracts night owls to the famous Cross Club. Here you can dance into the wee hours to a wide variety of music, attend one of the many regular cultural events, or just wind down the evening with a cozy beer at the bar.

Stalactite caves, castles, hiking - the Prague countryside has a lot to offer

In a vacation apartment in Prague is enough space for your sports equipment. A trip to the stalactite caves Koneprusy about 25 miles south of Prague makes the eyes of children shine. An approximately 2 miles long nature trail leads through the caves with their dark canyons.

Following the excursion into the bowels of the earth, a visit to Karstein Castle, one of the most beautiful Central European castle complexes, is an option. Nature lovers will get their money's worth. Peace and nature can be found west of Prague, in the popular excursion destination Wild Sharka, which you can reach after about 30 minutes by car or by streetcar lines 20 and 26. In the nature reserve you walk between steep sandstone rocks through the forest. After such a day the younger ones sleep well in your vacation apartment and the parents can end the day in peace with a beer.

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Prague’s festivals and events

Prague’s Beer Festival in May celebrates one of the Czech Republic’s finest exports. The festival offers 70 brands of Czech beer at the Letná beer gardens and its programme includes brewery presentations and live music.

The Summer Shakespeare Festival is held between June and September. This is open-air theatre festival is held at Prague Castle, Špilberk Castle and Malostranské Square. Many of Shakespeare’s plays are staged and although largely aimed at Czech audiences a few are performed in English.

The highlights of Prague

Prague Castle

Prague Castle is one of the largest castles in the world and consists of various architectural styles. It is a UNESCO Heritage Site which includes the St Vitus Cathedral and treasury, St George’s Basilica, the Powder Tower Castle Guard exhibition and a picture gallery.

Prague Zoo

Prague Zoo is one of Europe’s largest zoos and is home to thousands of animals. The zoo has some world-class exhibits such as the Giant Salamander House, the Hippo House, Elephant Valley and the Gorilla Pavilion.

St. Vitus Cathedral

St Vitus Cathedral is a part of the Prague Castle complex and undoubtedly one of its main highlights. This cathedral is a masterpiece of Gothic architecture that includes the lavishly decorated St. Wenceslas Chapel.

Charles Bridge

Charles Bridge is a historic Gothic bridge in Prague that crosses the River Vltava. A series of baroque sculptures line the bridge and there are also a couple of towers at the Lesser Town end, one of which houses an exhibition devoted to the history of the bridge.

Old Town Hall and Astronomical Clock

The Astronomical Clock is an intricately designed historic clock on the Old Town Hall Tower in Prague. Visitors can climb the Old Town Hall Tower for some great views.

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